The Nuffield Projects

The Nuffield Projects were a series of educational research initiatives, starting in the 1960s, focused on improving teaching practices and student learning. They aimed to explore effective ways to teach science and other subjects by encouraging teachers to experiment and evaluate different methods. The projects sought to empower educators through collaborative inquiry, fostering innovative teaching strategies that could enhance student engagement and understanding. Overall, they contributed to developing more reflective, student-centered approaches to education, influencing teaching standards and curricula in various educational settings.